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Newspaper

Athens Weekly Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1902

Page

6

Crete-a-Pierrot Regarded as Pirate in Haiti Action

Berlin reports Haitien provisional government says Haltien forces untouched by Panther gunboat sinking of the Crete-a-Pierrot at Gonaives. Panther fired warning, Crete-a-Pierrot surrendered, explosion of magazines sank the vessel. Gon alves aboard rebels, Crete-a-Pierrot crew disembarked.

Haltien Forma Germany Halti Panther Berlin Foreign Office Associated Press Halt Crete-a-Pierret Gonaives Marine Ministry Crete-a-Pierrot Eckerman Port au-Prince Gonalves

Controversy Hint in Crete-Pierrot Sink Comment

London reports weigh in on the sinking of the Cretea Pierrot by the Panth er gunboat at Gonaves harbor with pundits predicting a potential international dispute. The St James Gazette calls it revenge for courtesy breached, while The Westminster Gazette imagines continental powers may threaten the other hemisphere without annexing the small nation.

London Gonalves Harbor St. James Gazette The Westminster Gazette Monroelem

Desperadoes Kill One, Gang Rivalry Ends in Tennessee Shootout

Jim Wright and John Templeton, Hancock County desperadoes, were killed by a 25 man posse led by Joe Moss near Rogersville Tennessee. Wright’s son was captured. Wright hid in a house, fought officers until daylight before being killed. George Wolf and Jack Rogers were wounded in the morning engagement amid a dayslong manhunt for Wright and Templeton.

Knoxville Tenn Sentinel Rogersville Tewn Saga Jim Wright John Templeton Hancock County Wright Joe Moss Gate City Templeton Tennessee George Wolf Spears Ferry Jack Rogers Moss

Death of a Storied London Stock Exchange Character

London mourns the loss of a unique personality at Panure Gordon. A famed purveyor of successful tips to Mayfair, he lived a high pressure life in business and society. Known for his wardrobe, he owned over 200 breeches, 1,100 neckties, 60 umbrellas, and a passion for carriages. His travels included a year in America and fishing trips in Scotland with caravans and dining car setups.

London Stock Exchange New York Stock Exchange London Tie Mayfair America Bealdes Scotland

Revolt in Morocco Spreads Led by Sultan’s Brother

A Tangier cable reports the sultan of Morocco orders a large army to march from Fes on December 1 with undisclosed destination. Dispatches from Spain note the revolt is spreading alarmingly and may invite international intervention to preserve the status quo. The revolt is led by Mohammed, the sultan’s pretender brother.

New York S.t Tangier Morocco Fes London The Times Spain Mohammed

New King’s Pills Help Kennedale Man Feel Renewed

W P Whitehead of Kennedale Texas reports relief after using Dr King’s New Pills for distressing pains in head back and stomach and loss of appetite. He says he soon felt like a new man and praises stomach and liver relief. Available at W J Smith and Palmer & Son stores.

Dr. King W. P. Whitehead Kennedale Tex W.J. Smith H. BR. Palmer & Son W. J. Smith & Bro H. R. Palmer & Son

East Athens Church selects Rev Willie M Saye as pastor

At a lively East Athens Baptist Church meeting Rev Willie M Saye was unanimously elected to serve the pulpit every Sabbath, expanding from two Sabbaths. The young preacher shows earnestness and growing influence, with his congregation backing his rising ministry. Also advertised is DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve for piles burns and skin issues with testimonials.

East Athens

Clarke Superior Court Holds Special Session for Charters

Monday night at 11 o clock a Clarke Superior Court convened with Judge Russell presiding to grant charters including University Printing Co and Athens Compress. Also notes a mass stomach remedy testimonial for Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets priced at 23 cents, advertised by local druggists.

Clarke Superior Court Court House Russell Jaige Russell Seaboard University Printing Cco Athens D. L Beach Clover Nook Farm Greenfield Mass Chamberlain

Disorderly conduct and petty theft lead to fines in city crowd scene

Police disperse a crowd described as “crap shooters” with Mayor Rhodes pending action. Sam Cole pays a $10 fine for disorderly conduct. Richard Vincent, nabbed for apple theft, is fined $10.90 after a street disturbance. Josh Westhater praises Chamberlain’s Pain Balm for joints while noting it saves him from disability. DeWitt’s Little Early Risers touted as a liver remedy. Warren J. Smith & Bro.

Rhodes Sam Cole Richard Vincent Whitehall Broad Street Josh Westhater Loogcotes Ind Chamberlain DeWitt Warren J.smith & Bro

Judge Russell's Notable Rise for Unexpired Term

Judge Richard B. Rossell widely noted as a leading candidate in the western circuit for the unexpired term. Russell, a popular figure on the superior bench, draws strong statewide backing. Jorge Russell visits the capital amid pledges of support.

Richard B. Rossell Russell Jorge Russell Rangel Democratic Party Judge Rascell

Hall's Great Discovery Texas Wonder Ad Claims Kidney Cure

An advertisement touts Hall's Great Discovery Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles diabetes rheumatism and more for men women and children. One small bottle is claimed to last two months and can be mailed if not sold locally. A customer testimonial from O B Drewry praises its kidney relief for his 64 year old mother.

P. O. Box Bt. Louis Greenfield, Tann E. W. Hall St. Louis Texas Hall O. B. Drewry

General Election Sets Judgeship FIlling in Georgia

Atlanta September 8 Special to The Banner No action by the executive committee on filling the supreme court vacancy. A revulation proposes the committee abstain until the general election unless a non Democrat seeks the post, then nomination of a Democrat. Also includes an advert for Dr King’s New Discovery notes and a closing remark on the millennium’s pace.

Atlanta Supreme Court Hoykin Wright Augusta

Special Sale Feature Embroidery Edgings and More

Embroidery sale highlights 1000 pieces Edgings and Insertions bought in New York. Bar gain Counter items priced 5c to 26c, plus shoe and umbrella closeouts at cost. Cotton goods, Percales, Ginghams, Flannelettes, and Covert Suitings offered. wool dress goods specials with Reps, Cheviots, and Diagonals. Also drummers samples in hair brushes, purses, lace collars, belts, and silk ties.

Davison New York

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Gold Dust Twins N. K. Fairbank Company Chicago Boston St Louis Crete-A Report OF Green H.R. Palmer & Bons POSSE Portune Paversa Texas W. M. Saye East Athens Baptist J. C. Phillips Paris Warren J. Smith & Bro Atlanta Journal State University Georgia Clarke County Western Retroiit Isv Hutchins Masons Knights of Pythias Odd Yellows Royal Arcanum Odd Fellows Grand Council of Davison & LO Alexander Smith Lot Curtain
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